Meaning of the word plebiscite in English

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plebiscite

US /ˈpleb.ə.saɪt/
UK /ˈpleb.ɪ.sɪt/

Noun

the direct vote of all the members of an electorate on an important public question such as a change in the constitution

Example:
The government decided to hold a plebiscite on the issue of national independence.
The results of the plebiscite showed strong support for the proposed changes.